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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1938
Page
2
A historical masthead from The Daily News of Frederick Maryland outlines publishing terms. It states no anonymous communications, requires real names for letters, and notes correction policy. It mentions Associated Press service and local news, with postal registration as a second class matter.
On Wednesday March 30 1938 the Senate and likely the House faced sharp opposition to expansion of executive authority. The piece condemns reorganizati on plans as moving toward a totalitarian state, urging resistance to irregular pressure tactics and lobbying aimed at curbing government power. It highlights terms like democracy and people’s power, and notes reactions to the Gannett protests.
A 1937 National Safety Council report ties higher speed to more fatal accidents. At under 20 mph one in 61 crashes is fatal. 20–30 mph one in 42. over 30 mph one in 11. Prof Moret notes speed raises danger via driver tension and split-second decisions.
A compact reflection cites a biblical verse I Kings 3 7 and a Sir P Sidney reminder that true service comes from willingly taking on duties for others. The text emphasizes answering and speaking wisely as a path to lasting service.
Matches of the first round in a Camp Cozy Clue ping pong elimination at Thurmont featured fast play and varied entries from Hagerstown Frederick and Thurmont. Hagerstown beat Robert E Clapp while Frederick and Thurmont players advanced in singles and doubles.
A surprise pound party was held at the home of Mr and Mrs Merril Moore in Charlesville to celebrate the 28th birthday of their son Arthur Moore. Guests included the Lintons and Stulls, with music by Merril Arthur Julia George and Guy Linton, and refreshments, gifts, and dancing provided.
From the March 20 1888 column in The News. The House of Delegates canceled 121000 of 125000 loan bonds to the Desi and Dumb Asylum, leaving 4000. The bill to fund an annual 3600 sheriff salary passed, adding 800 to the original. William Ross on North Market Street slaughtered a 2250 pound bullock, largest in years.
Local items note Easter Sunday after America enters World War I for the second time. Belgium and Holland azaleas scarce. War economy curbs diplomats owning minor homes. Frederick and Carroll residents push for a new route once a $3,000,000 roads bill passes. Maryland updates include a new state auto law raising drunken driving minimum fee to 190 with existing dues 25 to 100. Middletown Burgess and Commissioners report receipts 5171.63 expenditures 3164.29 and a 35 cent tax rate per $100.
A curio filled notice surveys recent juvenile books and authors. It highlights titles like Perfectly True and Other Stores, A Little Princess renewed edition with new illustrations by Reginald Birch, and Watch Sword and Song set around Richard the Lion Heart. Also noted are animal picture books Days at the Zoo, The Biography of a Skunk, Kurt Wiese's Picture Book of Animals, and Yellow Eyes studies of a cougar.
The piece extols keeping teeth visible and clean as part of beauty and daily duty. It urges brushing three times daily, or at least twice, to prevent neglectful appearance and garner praise for tidy habits.
Ernest Harne moved from near Central to Manorovia on J Hickman Gantey’s farm. Attendees include Ernest and B F L Harne couples, Charles and George Harshman, Reynolds, Harshman, Putman, Nulk, James Reynolds, Mrs Howard Zimmerman, E C Royston, Ray Bizler, Clifton Coughtin, Thomas Harrison, Erving Brashears, Russell Green, William Bart, several Harne relatives and friends.
Announcement lists Miss Helen Markoc of 114 West Patrick Street as winner of third prize in a contest sponsored by a pattern company. The event focused on styling, fitting, and accessories.
A silver wedding anniversary was held at the C O F hall in Lisbon on March 19 honoring Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Hatfield on their 13th wedding anniversary. Guests included numerous Hatfield relatives and local couples. the celebration featured a 115 pound three tier cake, pink rosebud decor, games, dancing, and refreshments.
The County Commissioners announced three month contracts to C Thomas Kemp for dry goods Felton and Kelly for flour and feed Glade Valley Bakery Inc Walkersville for bread Fraley Brothers Thurmont for meat and F V Staub and Son groceries for a jail project and Montevie work.
Today in history anniversaries list prominent figures with birth and death dates, including James Hadley, Heger Q. Mills, Wolf Hopper, Bertich company, 19th Amendment, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and other milestones. Birthdays for Davidson, Clifford Beers, Edward Jackson, Harvey Bundy, J Nelson Norwood, Henry Bates are noted along with a March birthday dinner in Johnsville.
Dr Morris Fishbein explains aerial safety depends on balance vision and reflexes. Modern aircraft use instruments ground crew and radio beacons, yet good eyesight color discernment depth perception and quick reaction remain essential for both military and civilian pilots.
A marriage license was issued in Alexandria Virginia to Raymond Bastion 39 of Grion Bridge and Louise Davis 38 of Woodsboro.
A reader survey questions best practices in professional conduct. It asks about sending flowers to a potential business partner, avoiding obligation, after hours socializing, office parties, and formality with a boss. It offers suggested corrective responses and a Best Answer guideline.
New York reporter George Ross describes Jack Dempsey in his role as a restaurant host and promotional figure. The piece notes Dempsey’s personal touch with patrons, signing autographs, and sending letters from his staff to hometown editors. It also relays trivia about New York landmarks, cultural figures, and a Broadway stooge who laments makeup.
A compact vocabulary note explaining frugal as economical in using resources. Highlights misuses and pronunciation hints from a daily language lesson. Contains example quote from Milton about time and revenue and urges mastering one word daily.
A short quiz lists four groups where one name in each set breaks the pattern. Group 1 singles Schubert Licet Brahms Crogett. Group 2 singles Carmen Aida Caroni ce Frovatore. Group 3 singles Tibbett Vodka Martinelli Melchior. Group 4 singles Ravioli Andante Allegretto Pianissimo. Answers on last page.
A Babson Newspaper Syndicate column reflects on Saul as a flawed yet captivating king of Israel. It contrasts his promising start with jealousies and disobedience, noting that God values obedience and faith above charm. The piece notes Jonathan, Samuel, and David’s reactions, ending with a moral about divine judgment.
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